Every day is Earth Day.... If we can't survive on it, what's the alternative?

To raise awareness of Earth Day, we've posted several good stories on green efforts throughout Montana. States with a social conscience and a focus on energy conservation policies and education are much more attractive to entrepreneurs and the companies they build. Everyone can help set an example. When was the last time you rode your bike to work?

Shattering Obstacles to Glass Recycling in MontanaWhile New World Recycling’s beginnings were modest, the fact that Cullen attempted the business – and has been able to continue and grow since – is remarkable in a state where few glass recycling options even exist.

Gov. Schweitzer: Montana tribes can lure businesses by promoting workersWhile Montana has a low overall unemployment rate, the number of people out of work on reservations can run as high as 50 percent. Schweitzer, speaking at the 2008 Tribal Leaders Summit in Helena, said he tells companies that have a hard time finding workers that reservations have ready and willing work forces.

Built to Last vs. Built to FlipAs a rule, Web start-ups simply do not thrive when snapped up by the (depressingly few) prospective acquirers like Google, Yahoo and AOL - leading to an unsustainalble cycle.

World Wide Packets will remain in Spokane, WA“Absolutely, this will be a long-term location,” says Frey, who previously was president and chief operating officer at World Wide Packets. “This is a very positive thing for the Spokane community.”

Chris Christensen: Legend of the Classroom"How do you prepare to deal with the unexpected that's coming up? Get there early, set the place up. Read every signal you can get. So it's intuitive, but it's also systematic."